Digital Biblical Studies
The song “Fire” by Bono weaves biblical imagery into its lyrics, echoing the apocalyptic themes found in the New Testament. The references to the sun burning black, the moon running red, and stars falling from the sky resemble Jesus’ apocalyptic statements in Mark 13, derived from Joel 2:30, but Bono’s lyrics come directly from the …
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“Rejoice” by U2 delves into the biblical themes of renewal, destruction, and the pursuit of joy amidst adversity, drawing on Jeremiah and the Psalms to enrich its lyrical and thematic depth. The song’s reflection on societal and personal upheaval finds a parallel in Jeremiah’s prophetic messages, specifically the tearing down and building up in Jeremiah …
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In the emotionally charged lyrics of “I Threw A Brick Through A Window,” Bono expresses personal dissatisfaction through biblical allusions to blindness and revelation. The song, according to Bono, deals with the dissonance between self-perception and reality, symbolized by the act of throwing a brick through a window—a metaphor for breaking away from one’s reflected …
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“Gloria” weaves together biblical allusions and spiritual themes, reflecting Bono’s engagement with his faith. The lyrics are rich with references to Scripture, blending sacred language with a personal expression of spiritual longing and devotion. The line “I, I try to speak up / But only in you I’m complete” echoes Colossians 2:10, which speaks of …